Henry VII

Henry VII was the first king of the Tudor dynasty, reigning in England from 1485 to 1509. He came to power after defeating King Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field, which marked the end of the Wars of the Roses—conflicts between rival factions for the English throne. Henry's rule established stability and ushered in a period of economic growth. He is known for strengthening the monarchy, centralizing power, and promoting peace through strategic marriages, including that of his son Arthur to Catherine of Aragon. His reign laid the groundwork for the influential Tudor period.